Engineering Program Manager, Body Structures

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager to join our Structures Engineering Team. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of program timing, quality, and cost. This role requires maintaining and adjusting the overall program schedule, identifying and resolving concerns regarding product development, supplier selection, manufacturability, and testing. You will interact with multiple departments, including engineering, supplier quality, manufacturing, finance, and the greater vehicle program management team.

Responsibilities

• Work within design engineering to understand and communicate the latest program plan of record and performance criteria
• Track, report, and maintain statuses and investigations of schedule, mass, and cost
• Coordinate, manage, and track multiple design iterations with CAE team for virtual design validation
• Work with other engineering program leaders to coordinate and manage prototype development, schedule, and content
• Collaborate with supply chain management to understand raw material availability, constraints, strategy, and technologies
• Manage latest design intent, changes, data delivery, and part requirements with suppliers
• Establish, organize, and track physical design validation targets and test cases for new development and introduction
• Create, audit, and coordinate release of engineering change orders for tooling supplier kickoff, part modifications, and BOM change management
• Work closely with NPI group to establish and communicate engineering deliverables and manufacturing constraints on new programs and running changes
• Manage supplier feedback, DFM, and supplier strategy

Requirements

• 2+ years of technical project/program management experience
• High-level understanding of CAD, BOM management, and change management
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational skills, time management, and creativity in dynamic work environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Ability to have a problem-solving mindset and passion to oversee a project from concept to implementation
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills and the ability to articulate complex information in a straightforward way
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in an extremely fast-paced environment, both independently and in a team environment

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation

$88,000 - $186,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.